by Stu WrightDon McLean’s magnum opus (best work), “American Pie”, was written and performed in 1971, thereafter becoming the No. One U. S. hit and staying in that position for four weeks during 1972. When asked, years later, what “American Pie” means, McLean responded that it “means I never have to work again.” The song’s [...]
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By Mike Bauman As crude oil prices continue to rise due to increased demand from emerging economies and decreased supply due to unrest in the Middle East, Americans are feeling the pinch at the pump. Rules put in place after last year’s infamous BP oil spill, have virtually stopped additional drilling in US waters in the Gulf [...]
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By Mike Bauman As gasoline prices approach $4 a gallon, many people are wondering what the effect will be on the economy. According to Mark Zandi, chief economist Moody’s Analytics, there is cause for concern. Zandi recently told the AP, “The surge in oil prices since the end of last year is already doing significant [...]
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